Requisition No: 860467 Agency: Department of Corrections Working Title: Master Electrician - Statewide Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70055555 Salary: $43,080.70 - $47,867.30 annually Posting Closing Date: 04/01/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS We Never Walk Alone Master Electrician- Statewide This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at various Correctional Institutions in the Maintenance Department statewide. The mission of Facilities Management and Building Construction at the Florida Department of Corrections is to provide a safe, secure, and efficient environment for staff, inmates, and visitors. This is achieved through the effective management, maintenance, and construction of correctional facilities, ensuring they meet all regulatory standards and support the department's overall mission of public safety and rehabilitation. This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves. JOB DUTIES: This working position is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of all types of electrical infrastructure, electrical systems, and electrical devices including but not limited to, power, lighting, control, locking control, and motors and associated systems and components utilized in the operation of the facility. • Performs preventive maintenance and repairs for all electrical systems, ensuring proper function. • Conducts tests, maintains logs, and keeps records for equipment as per Department guidelines. • Installs, alters, repairs, or replaces electrical infrastructure, lighting systems, motors, motor starters, transformers, circuit breaker panels, and related electrical distribution up to 600 volts. • Follows local, state, and federal codes, tool safety, and security procedures, and plans and organizes work, requisitioning necessary parts. • Prepares reports, supervises inmates, prepares their progress reports, participates in departmental training, and performs other related duties as required. BENEFITS: • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. • Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. • Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance. • Tuition-Free college courses. • Retirement Plans with the Florida Retirement System: • * Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan) • Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan) • Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop) • Deferred Compensation • Recently Retired? Beginning July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; beginning with the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions on working for an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption. REQUIREMENTS: • A high school diploma or its equivalent and at least one (1) year of experience in the Electrical/Electrician field OR four or more years experience in the Electrical/ Electrician field (College or vocational/technical training in one of the above listed trades can substitute for the required experience). • A valid Driver's License Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT The Florida Department of Corrections requires all job applicants and volunteers to pass a Level 2 background check as per Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. This check must be completed before they can start working or volunteering. EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) only hires U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. FDC uses E-Verify to confirm an employee's eligibility to work after completing the I-9 form. For online application issues, call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST on the closing date. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
See More Details >>Electrician Facilities Management Pay Rate: $22.38/hr. • *Internal Candidates should apply via Polk One - Me Section** To see more about the Facilities Division, please see the following link https://youtu.be/4kzARpj8FYU Flexible Work Schedule Employee Benefits • Direct Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks • Medical, Dental, Vision • Life Insurance • FRS Retirement • 10 Paid Holidays • Paid Time Off • Tuition Reimbursement • Education Incentives • Deferred Compensation Plan • Wellness Incentives • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Free Employee Gym • Free Employee Health Clinic Must have the physical, developmental and mental ability to perform job tasks, work efforts, responsibilities and duties of the job illustrated below: ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES Skilled work in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of electrical systems, equipment and fixtures. Maintains and repairs electrical equipment and appliances. Makes repairs to electrical motors, controllers, switchboard panels and lights. Locates and corrects power failures and motor trouble on electrically operated machinery and apparatus. Installs electrical additions and alterations to buildings as requested. Performs other electrical and mechanical work in repairing and replacing parts, using standard and special electrical tools and equipment; operates volt meters, amp meters and specialized meters. Maintains work records of maintenance and repair work. May be assigned duties of other trade workers as required. Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS • Knowledge of the standard tools, materials, methods and practices of the electrical trade. • Knowledge of the principles and theory of electricity. • Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the electrical trade. • Knowledge of prevailing electrical codes. • Ability to install, alter, repair, maintain and locate defects in a variety of electrical equipment and systems. • Ability to interpret and work from technical sketches and blueprints. • Skill in the care and use of standard tools, equipment and testing devices of the electrical trade. • Ability to push, pull and/or lift up to forty-five (45) pounds. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduate of an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma and have a minimum of three (3) years’ experience as an electrician. Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to secure a valid Florida driver's license at the time of employment within this classification. A comparable amount of related training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. Must be able to pass a national background check, mandated by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, to include on-line security training. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must have home telephone as employee is subject to emergency call out and stand by. This position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County. High School Graduate
See More Details >>Facility Solutions Group is dedicated to timeless contribution and service in lighting, electrical, energy, and technology fields. Our mission is to consistently provide our customers with superior value through quality products, service and support by contributing to the quality of life of all employees. As one of the nation's largest single-source providers of lighting and electrical products, electrical services, electrical construction, and energy management solutions Facility Solutions Group is expanding their staff and seeking a Journeyman Service Electrician for the Tampa, FL area. Job Description As a Journey Service Electrician you will perform terminal and electrical service, equipment and system repair, maintenance, testing and installation tasks to a variety of facilities. You will troubleshoot and repair or replace wiring circuits for lighting and lighting/system controls, computerized motor controls, programmable controllers and other related electrical equipment. You will also identify and acquire parts for replacement, maintenance and other work required in accordance with established procurement procedures. The ideal candidate will be prompt, dependable, and uphold the standards of quality and service set by Facility Solutions Group. A Journeyman Service Electrician will: • Troubleshoot and resolve problems in electrical circuits, systems, and equipment. • Prepare sketches showing location of wiring and equipment, or follows diagrams or blueprints, ensuring that concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceilings, and flooring • Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications. • Plan new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specifications, safety codes and local electrical codes. • Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. • Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures. Perform physically demanding tasks while conveying knowledge of basic/specialized tools and equipment throughout service job/work order process. • Must understand and conform to Government/Local regulations and ordinances as well as any/all required Safety Guidelines. The ideal candidate will satisfy the following requirements and qualifications: • 3-5 years experience in lighting or electrical maintenance. • Florida Journeyman Electrician License preferred. • Must be able to pass a drug and background screen • Must be willing to work nights. • Willingness to perform work in Tampa area as well as other portions of Florida. • Valid and current drivers license • CSLT Certification a plus! Benefits • Stable employment • Competitive wages based on experience • 401K Program with matching contribution • Medical, Dental and Life benefits • Advancement opportunities for outstanding performers FSG is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Lakeland, FL typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 3,961 electricians in Lakeland, FL, with wages averaging around $1,030.50 per week. The job outlook is positive, with an expected growth of 11% from 2022 to 2032, offering strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities in Lakeland, FL.
